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Akaroa Gardens

Blythcliffe37 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa
Akaroa’s own Stately Home, built in 1857 in the elegant Colonial Regency style is rare in New Zealand, and is listed as Grade 1 with Heritage New Zealand, Pouhere Tahonga.
Just a two minute walk from the corner of Rue Balguerie and Rue Lavaud, this graceful house is surprisingly set in extensive, restful grounds. The croquet lawn, beds of old heritage roses, native and ornamental trees are bordered by the Balguerie Stream to the north, a perfect wedding venue.
Cross the bridge into our private conserved native forest walk, containing trees even we are yet to meet! Feed our tame native eels, watch the antics of Kereru, Wax Eyes and Fantails whilst enjoying complimentary tea - the bird life is astounding, Bed and Breakfast available, Garden Tour rate is $10 per person including complimentary tea. Phone 021 527 184. Web Site HERE.

Potters Croft Garden57 Rue Grehan, Akaroa
Three acres of garden situated 400m from the main street of Akaroa. Potters Croft is an expansive country garden featuring large lawns, rose gardens, pathways, arbours and a pond, privately nestled amongst mature native and English trees. A summer house overlooks the tranquil Rue Grehan stream, which flows through the garden.
This fabulous garden is only 10 minutes walking distance from the centre of Akaroa on 57 Rue Grehan. For more information contact Jocelyn & Stuart Howden. jocstew@xtra.co.nz Ph: 03 304 8865. Web Site HERE.

The Giants House68 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa
A historic Akaroa house with original artworks, terraced gardens with sculptures & mosaics and an art gallery. Opening Hours: open 11am to 4pm every day until 30th April 2019. Winter hours will be 11am to 2pm (from 1st May to 30th September 2019). Rate:$20.00 per person, $10 per child (2-15 years). Family Concession:2 Adults + 1 Child $45, 2 Adults + 2 Children $50, 2 Adults + 3 Children $55, Students (with ID) $17, Seniors (with NZ Gold Card ID) $17. For larger groups, Tour of the Garden and House. Rate: $22.50+ GST PP. B&B accommodation is also available. The Giants House is 15 minutes walk from the main wharf on 68 Rue Balguerie. Email josiemartin@paradise.co.nzwww.thegiantshouse.co.nz

Fishermans Bay GardenFishermans Bay
Fishermans Bay Garden is a tranquil haven in the rugged and dramatic landscape of the Banks Peninsula coastline. Sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean form the backdrop of this two hectare garden, which uses the structure and texture of New Zealand natives combined with a diverse array of non-native plants to create a truly New Zealand garden. The garden is at its best in late spring and summer, however the strong focus on evergreen New Zealand natives - and the garden’s beautiful setting - mean it is has something to offer all year round. Open by appointment. Entrance $10.00 p.p. The Fishermans Bay garden is 20 minutes drive from the main wharf Akaroa. You will need to take a taxi or book a tour bus with a group. Well worth the trip. Phone Richard & Jill Simpson before hand on 03 304 7367 or email on fishermansbay@xtra.co.nz

The Garden & Shop at French Farm French Farm
A large and colourful country garden situated on the banks of the Te Waimangu stream in the beautiful French Farm Valley 15 minutes drive from Akaroa. Wander down through dramatic herbaceous borders to the "Macrocarpa House" then follow the stream along paths through native bush. Stop and enjoy the native bird song and make your way to our giant Pokaka tree listed as a Notable Tree of NZ and estimated to be 300 years old.
Entry $10 per adult or $15 for a guided tour. Come and browse in our little shop "The Potting Shed" featuring the beautiful ceramics of NZ Potters Katherine Smyth and Tony Sly and willow baskets by master basket weaver Mike Lilian. Open daily but phone first. 021 305216. 03 304 5678.

Blythcliffe37 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa
Akaroa’s own Stately Home, built in 1857 in the elegant Colonial Regency style is rare in New Zealand, and is listed as Grade 1 with Heritage New Zealand, Pouhere Tahonga.
Just a two minute walk from the corner of Rue Balguerie and Rue Lavaud, this graceful house is surprisingly set in extensive, restful grounds. The croquet lawn, beds of old heritage roses, native and ornamental trees are bordered by the Balguerie Stream to the north, a perfect wedding venue.
Cross the bridge into our private conserved native forest walk, containing trees even we are yet to meet! Feed our tame native eels, watch the antics of Kereru, Wax Eyes and Fantails whilst enjoying complimentary tea - the bird life is astounding, Bed and Breakfast available, Garden Tour rate is $10 per person including complimentary tea. Phone 021 527 184. Web Site HERE.

Potters Croft Garden57 Rue Grehan, Akaroa
Three acres of garden situated 400m from the main street of Akaroa. Potters Croft is an expansive country garden featuring large lawns, rose gardens, pathways, arbours and a pond, privately nestled amongst mature native and English trees. A summer house overlooks the tranquil Rue Grehan stream, which flows through the garden.
This fabulous garden is only 10 minutes walking distance from the centre of Akaroa on 57 Rue Grehan. For more information contact Jocelyn & Stuart Howden. jocstew@xtra.co.nz Ph: 03 304 8865. Web Site HERE.

The Giants House68 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa
A historic Akaroa house with original artworks, terraced gardens with sculptures & mosaics and an art gallery. Opening Hours: open 11am to 4pm every day until 30th April 2019. Winter hours will be 11am to 2pm (from 1st May to 30th September 2019). Rate:$20.00 per person, $10 per child (2-15 years). Family Concession:2 Adults + 1 Child $45, 2 Adults + 2 Children $50, 2 Adults + 3 Children $55, Students (with ID) $17, Seniors (with NZ Gold Card ID) $17. For larger groups, Tour of the Garden and House. Rate: $22.50+ GST PP. B&B accommodation is also available. The Giants House is 15 minutes walk from the main wharf on 68 Rue Balguerie. Email josiemartin@paradise.co.nzwww.thegiantshouse.co.nz

Fishermans Bay GardenFishermans Bay
Fishermans Bay Garden is a tranquil haven in the rugged and dramatic landscape of the Banks Peninsula coastline. Sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean form the backdrop of this two hectare garden, which uses the structure and texture of New Zealand natives combined with a diverse array of non-native plants to create a truly New Zealand garden. The garden is at its best in late spring and summer, however the strong focus on evergreen New Zealand natives - and the garden’s beautiful setting - mean it is has something to offer all year round. Open by appointment. Entrance $10.00 p.p. The Fishermans Bay garden is 20 minutes drive from the main wharf Akaroa. You will need to take a taxi or book a tour bus with a group. Well worth the trip. Phone Richard & Jill Simpson before hand on 03 304 7367 or email on fishermansbay@xtra.co.nz

The Garden & Shop at French Farm French Farm
A large and colourful country garden situated on the banks of the Te Waimangu stream in the beautiful French Farm Valley 15 minutes drive from Akaroa. Wander down through dramatic herbaceous borders to the "Macrocarpa House" then follow the stream along paths through native bush. Stop and enjoy the native bird song and make your way to our giant Pokaka tree listed as a Notable Tree of NZ and estimated to be 300 years old.
Entry $10 per adult or $15 for a guided tour. Come and browse in our little shop "The Potting Shed" featuring the beautiful ceramics of NZ Potters Katherine Smyth and Tony Sly and willow baskets by master basket weaver Mike Lilian. Open daily but phone first. 021 305216. 03 304 5678.